Top 10 Women Leaders In Abu Dhabi - 2023

Leadership is no Longer a Man’s Game

Abu Dhabi encouraging Woman Workforce

Except of being the capital of the UAE, Abu Dhabi is a well-ordered, industrious and a vibrant city known for its spectacular infrastructures, adventure activities, luxury hotels, extensive deserts, rich heritage and beautiful beaches. It is also famous for being featured in many blockbuster movies, the rich Emirati culture, and camel racing. The country has one of the highest per capita income levels in the world and a highly developed welfare system followed by a lowest rate of unemployment. Moreover, it is a community-led city that is modern, welcoming, and respectful towards women. According to the 2021 Safe Cities Index, Abu Dhabi has also ranked as the safest city in the Middle East. The country strongly believes in the equal partnership of both man and woman for the betterment of society and provides plethora of opportunities for women to play increasingly stronger role in business, government and other fields.

Calls for Gender Equality

However, the working landscape is changing, and the business world is no longer just a man’s game. With equal rights and access to education women are openly venturing in any field they want to operate on and leading a world that is driven by performance and results. They have attained immense success in every field, whether it is sports, politics or academics. Finally the world is now seeing women increasingly gaining power in the corporate world that had been previously denied to them. In recent times, there have been calls for greater gender equality while closing the gender wage gap. Although tremendous strides have been made in this aspect, female representation falls short when it comes to leadership roles. With revolutions in industries the world is witnessing more women in workforce than ever. Big thanks to the increasing number of wellknown organizations as they are the trend drivers towards women in leadership position while providing gender equality a paramount importance and making them self-sufficient, well aware and financially independent.

Our endeavour at Women Entrepreneur Magazine has always been to highlight remarkable women leaders across geographies and industries. In keeping with our motto, the current issue of the Women Entrepreneur Magazine features a list of ‘Top 10 Women Leaders in Abu Dhabi- 2023'. Compiled by a panel of industry veterans, CEOs, CXOs and the Women Entrepreneur Magazine editorial team, the list features prolific women who have not only crafted illustrious and innovative businesses, but have proven their mettle as leaders across the diverse businesses playing a key role in contributing towards strengthening the workforce.

  • King of Sleep
  • Ausra Cirkelyte

  • A pediatric sleep consultant, coach parents of young children who are struggling to sleep through the night and helps tired, depressed, lost and frustrated parents by creating a step-by-step action plan and guide them through it

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  • The Art Circle
  • Barbara Farahnick Mathonet

  • A member of the New York University Abu Dhabi Art Gallery Advisory Circle and is committed to the local music community providing a platform (charitable venture) for young aspiring musicians residing in the UAE

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  • Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank
  • Fatima AlQubaisi

  • A highly methodical, results-driven professional offering strong educational background in law and political science, complemented with experience in case preparation and management, client relations and satisfaction

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  • Gateway Group of Companies
  • Jenny Hunt

  • An entrepreneur helping foreign companies setup quickly, correctly and securely in Abu Dhabi by removing the uncertainty and mitigating the risk

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  • N2N Gallery
  • Natalya Muzaleva

  • As an art enthusiast, she is supporting and developing the skills of the artists as well as providing them a worldwide stage to showcase their talent through the firm

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  • Akyasi
  • Ranya Zaben

  • A certified life results coach, helping others move outward and forward by going deep within themselves to discover their hidden gems

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  • Fit & Flex Wellness Studios
  • Raquel Rodrigues

  • A driven and focused natural leader with genuine interest in improving people's relationship with exercise and real food

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  • Secure Engineering
  • Riya Margaret Zacharia

  • With her in-hand experience and vast knowledge, she has created, designed, and implemented successful HR & OD programs for the development of the firm

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  • Ewavelength Digital Marketing
  • Rosie Seldon

  • Working with big brands and helping them understand digital marketing and online branding and delivering impactful digital transformation programmes

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  • Tara Rose Salon
  • Tara Rose Kidd

  • A passionate business leader leading the beauty space in the Middle East and helping people grow by drawing inspiration from one another

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